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Nature

THE THRILL OF TRIMMING BOXWOODS

I love to trim Boxwoods.

Boxwoods come in various shapes and sizes and are almost impossible to kill. Over time they can be sheared or trimmed to any shape or size you want them to be.

It is truly one of my favorite spring activities since it allows me to be an artist for a short period of time. It also puts me in some meditative euphoric state of mind as I calculate the proper trimming approach for each little shrub. Boxwoods all have unique personalities that are just waiting to unfold. That’s where the fun begins because it’s up to the pruner to unleash the boxwood’s full potential by meticulously giving them the perfect trim!

Here’s a couple of tips of advice before you start trimming away:

1, Always use a sharp manual hedge shear, never electric powered.

  1. Always trim in the spring never in the fall.

Martha Stewart loves the activity too. Check out the video that gives you a tutorial on how to trim boxwoods from an expert.

Martha Stewart’s Love for Trimming Boxwoods Video

Don’t worry about making a mistake while trimming because like a bad haircut the leaves of a boxwood will grow back soon.

Have fun!

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Nature

SPRING

Wouldn’t it be great that once a year we as humans can start anew?

In the plant world it’s called spring. All of the deciduous trees, perennials, and grasses get to shed their aged and tired old “skin” to only sprout perfect leaves and foliage again. If you have a chance, take a walk around your yard or a park and really look at the new leaves that are about to unfold. They are unblemished with a pristine pattern of color that is unique to that species. It is nature at it’s finest.

Watching hostas, dogwoods, or the serviceberrys come to life in early April is inspiring. It’s truly a miracle.

I’m always amazed how much better one can feel when spring arrives. The days are warmer and longer as summer appears to be right around the corner. Even though I love all of the things that come with summer I can wait, so I can savior everyday of nature’s rebirth which we call spring!

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